b'YOUR ITINERARY 13 DAY HOLIDAYFROM ASIADays 1-3 - Savour the tastesDays 8-9 - Sightseeing in the2,295 PPand sights of atmospheric Hanoidelightful Lantern City of Hoi AnGathering at London Heathrow, weToday we enjoy a tour of attractive Hoi meet our fellow travellers and TourAn with a knowledgeable local guide,2025 Departures in: Manager ready to board our directexploring the towns most delightfulJAN, FEB, MAR, SEP, OCT, NOV attractions. From the authentic Tan Kyight to Hanoi. Arriving on Day 2, there is time to unwind at our hotel beforeOld House to the striking 17th-century embarking on an enjoyable sightseeing1 2 3 4Fujian Assembly Hall and elaborateComfortable Explorer ratedtour of the city, including beautifulJapanese Covered Bridge, charming Hoi Sword Lake and a stop at a local co eeAn reveals a melting pot of cultures.ENHANCE YOUR HOLIDAY:shop. Our exploration continuesFlight upgrades available. through the lively and historic OldDay 9 is free to explore lantern-lined Quarter on cyclos (similar to tuk-tuks).Hoi An at leisure. Delve into the scentsYOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDESand sights of the Cantonese Assembly On Day 3, we discover Ba Dinh SquaresHall or book an enjoyable basket boat8 nights 4 & 5-Star hotel Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One- trip to Trang coconut village. Sampleaccommodation Pillar Pagoda and the Quan Thanhdelicious street food, or simply stroll1 night aboard a luxury boat in Temple before our focus shifts to food.along beautiful, illuminated streets.Halong Bay An expert local guide introduces us to1 night in Berth Cabin aboard the Vietnams famous street food as weDays 10-11 - Uncovering theReuni cation Expressstroll through the Old Quarter.varied history of Ho Chi Minh CityFlights from London Heathrow This morning we transfer to Dato Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City to Days 4-5 - Luxurious overnightNang airport for ouright to Ho ChiLondon Heathrow cruise on beautiful Halong Bay Minh City, Vietnams largest city, and Today is a highlight of our time informerly known as Saigon underAll internalights Vietnam as we board a luxury boat forFrench colonial rule. On arrival, weSoft Seat Class rail travel a stunning cruise through Halong Baysexplore the city, including Reuni cationand all transfers towering, jungle-draped limestonePalace, the General Post Oce, CityAll rail and coach travel throughout islands dotting the emerald waters,Hall and the War Remnants Museum.your tour revealing isolated sandy beaches andEscorted throughout your tour spectacular, light- lled caves. On Day 11, we learn more about thisby one of our experienced countrys troubled recent historyTour ManagersWaking up in Halong Bay on Day 5,during a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels. early risers can enjoy sunrise and aThis vast underground complex wasBreakfast each day, 3 lunches and tranquil tai chi class while admiringused as a base of operations for the2 dinners these unforgettable scenes. ReturningTet O ensive in 1968 and there are stillSuperb excursions includedto Hanoi this evening, we observe aremnants of the con ict in the area. traditional water puppet show, beforeRegister your interest for this holiday in boarding the Reuni cation Express forDay 12 - Exploring the Mekong Delta2026 online at greatrail.com/VTS26an overnight journey in private cabins. An excursion to the palm-lined shores of the mighty Mekong awaits Days 6-7 - Exploring the imperial cityas we head to the picturesque and Unforgettable Experiences of Hue and coastal Da Nang sleepy island town of Ben Tre. Here,Hanoi 2 1The evocative Reuni cation Expresswe discover how local bricks and 1 Harolls into Hue this morning, with timegrass mats are made using timelessLongto relax before a guided tour. Aftertechniques, taste exotic fruits andBayvisiting Thien Mu pagoda, we movedelicious regional cuisine over lunch. 1 1 Hueon to the impressive Imperial Citadel,Da Nang 3 Hoi Anoften called the Purple Forbidden City.Day 13 - Homeward bound After breakfast this morning, we Travelling by train on Day 7, we windtransfer to the airport to set oonCAMBODIAdown the coast to Da Nang, whereouright from Ho Chi Minh City directCu Chi Tunnelswe uncover Champa civilisation at theto London Heathrow, landing the3Ho Chi Cham Museum, before viewing thesame day. We return home with someMinh Cityspectacular Marble Mountains. Thisfantastic memories of the breathtaking afternoon we transfer to our delightfulHalong Bay cruise, gorgeous Hoi AnTour Code: VTS| per person based on 4-Star boutique hotel in Hoi An.and Vietnams vibrant food scene. 2 sharing. Deposit from 550 per person. Supplement for solo travellers from 690.To book and for information visit greatrail.com/VTS25or call 01904 527168 & speak to our expert team.45'